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The Physics of the Squeak: How Supersonic Pulses Make Basketball Shoes Scream
Harvard engineers have solved the long-standing mystery of why sneakers squeak on a gym floor. Using high-speed imaging, researchers discovered that the sound is caused by 'supersonic detachment pulses' rather than simple sliding friction.
February 25, 2026408 views
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Arjun Kapoor2d ago
It is surprising